Business Loan from Howard Bank Given to Fitness And Recreational Sports Centers Company

Howard Bank is a source for SBA loans that have lower down payments and longer repayment terms than many other financing options. To help you understand SBA loans, we've featured one Maryland entrepreneur who tapped into the power of SBA loans.

This small firm received financial assistance through the SBA's lending programs back in 2007. They applied for an SBA loan with Howard Bank, out of Ellicott City, Maryland. The loan was granted and they received $485,000 to help grow their Hanover, Maryland business.

SBA Loan Borrower

COMPANY TYPE: FITNESS AND RECREATIONAL SPORTS CENTERS
HANOVER, MD 21075

SBA Loan Lender

HOWARD BANK
6011 UNIVERSITY BLVD, STE 370
ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21043

Note that at the time it made this loan, this bank had achieved Preferred Lender Program (PLP) status from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). PLP is the highest status given by the SBA to qualified lending institutions and gives the lending institution full authority to determine eligibility and credit worthiness of an applicant and to approve loans without prior review by the SBA.

SBA Loan Program Type

This loan was issued as a general business loan.

NAICS Code

713940 - Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers

Loan Approval Date

3/12/2007

Loan Approval Gross Amount

$485,000

Loan Approval from the SBA

Of the total $485,000 loan amount, the SBA guaranteed $363,750.

More Information on This SBA Loan

The borrower borrowed this money for an existing business. This loan was not for a franchise. At the time of the loan, the company had 21 employees. This SBA loan request indicated that the loan would help retain 21 existing jobs.

Great, But How Can I Get an SBA Loan for My Business?

SBA loans can help growing businesses purchase or renovate real estate, acquire fixed assets such as heavy machinery or specialized equipment, borrow working capital for ongoing financing needs, or fund the acquisition of new businesses.

If you need emergency money for small businesses, the SBA has special programs for you. We've put a spotlight on this loan from Howard Bank so you can get a feel for how SBA loans work. Applying for an SBA loan starts with a visit to a banker that works with the SBA.

About This SBA Loan Information:

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